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Cultural Resources Specialist
Own Your Future at Psomas!
Join a 100% employee-owned firm built for long-term thinking, shared success, and meaningful impact.
As a Cultural Resources Specialist on our Environmental Resources Team in Saratoga Springs, you will contribute to a variety of environmental and infrastructure projects through archaeological fieldwork, construction monitoring, excavation support, and technical documentation. This opportunity is well suited for individuals who enjoy hands-on field assignments, adapt well to fast-paced project environments, and are committed to preserving cultural resources.
Why Psomas
- Shared Success: An ownership culture that rewards long-term thinking and doing what's right.
- Retirement Benefits: Company-funded ESOP 401(k) with immediate match.
- Career Growth: Clear pathways, coaching, and leadership development.
- People-First Culture: Collaborative teams that invest in your development.
- Meaningful Work: Community-impact projects plus ways to give back.
What You'll Do
- Field Surveys & Monitoring
Perform archaeological surveys, excavation, construction monitoring, and documentation in accordance with applicable regulations and guidelines - Resource Identification
Identify archaeological and paleontological resources and communicate findings to construction personnel, tribal representatives, and project teams - Field Documentation
Maintain monitoring logs, prepare daily reports, site records, and related project documentation - Team Coordination
Communicate effectively with field crews, project managers, tribal representatives, and agency staff - Field Operations
Travel to project sites and safely navigate rugged terrain while conducting fieldwork assignments - Project Support
Assist with curation tasks and support additional cultural resource assignments as needed
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Paleontology, Geology, or related field, or equivalent field experience
- Ability to work independently in outdoor and potentially adverse field conditions
- Ability to conduct fieldwork for extended periods and navigate rugged terrain while carrying equipment and supplies
- Flexibility to work variable schedules, including possible night work, based on project needs and weather conditions
- Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and clean driving record
- Experience driving 4x4 vehicles in remote or undeveloped terrain
- Must be at least 25 years old to operate company vehicles
- Archaeological or paleontological field experience in Utah or the western United States is a plus
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay Range: $22.00-$30.00 per hour (commensurate with experience)
- Incentives: Recognition programs, Employee Ownership, 401k with Employer Match
- Total Rewards: Sick pay in accordance with state and federal laws
Our Hiring Approach
Our recruiting team reviews every application personally and will keep candidates informed throughout the process. If a candidate's background aligns with what we need, we'll reach out to discuss next steps.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $22 - $30